Business Details
Your Trusted Counselling Partner in Barnsley
Barnsley Counselling Services has been providing professional therapeutic support for over 15 years. Founded by Tracy Simpson, a BACP-registered and NCPS-accredited counsellor, we specialise in addressing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and personal growth through evidence-based approaches. Our practice combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques tailored to individual needs. We offer flexible in-person sessions in Barnsley and online therapy accessible nationwide.Recognised by major health providers including Bupa and Aviva, our commitment to ethical standards and continuous professional development ensures clients receive reliable, compassionate care. With extensive experience in crisis support and specialised training in trauma and addiction, we empower individuals, couples, and professionals to achieve emotional resilience and lasting positive change.
Services
Individual Counselling
Relationship Counselling
Online Counselling
Workplace Counselling
Counselling Supervision
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of experience in private counselling.
- Our lead counsellor is BACP-registered and NCPS-accredited.
- Flexible session options available in Barnsley and online.
- Recognised by leading health providers including Bupa and Aviva.
Associations and certifications
- BACP
- NCPS
What people say
Saved our marriage
Amazing support
Improved relationship
Effective stress management
Professional and compassionate
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored one-to-one therapy addressing anxiety, depression, and personal challenges. Using CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques, sessions provide a safe space for emotional exploration and skill development. Clients learn coping strategies, improve self-awareness, and build resilience. Sessions last 50 minutes, typically weekly, with flexible in-person or online options available. Ideal for those seeking personal growth or managing life transitions.
Relationship Counselling
Specialised support for couples addressing communication breakdowns, trust issues, and conflict resolution. Sessions use CBT and emotionally focused therapy to rebuild connections and enhance intimacy. Partners develop active listening skills and constructive conflict strategies. Weekly 50-minute sessions available in-person or online. Particularly effective for improving emotional bonds and navigating relationship challenges through guided, structured interventions.
Online Counselling
Accessible mental health support via secure video, phone, or text platforms. Delivered through encrypted services like Zoom and Teams, this option suits those with mobility constraints or preferring home-based sessions. Maintains same therapeutic quality as face-to-face, with flexible scheduling available. Particularly beneficial for managing anxiety, stress, and relationship issues while maintaining strict confidentiality and professional standards.
Workplace Counselling
Corporate mental health support addressing work-related stress, burnout, and interpersonal conflicts. Sessions help employees develop stress management techniques and improve workplace communication. Available through employer-funded programs or private payment. Combines practical problem-solving with emotional support to enhance productivity and reduce absenteeism. Sessions conducted confidentially either on-site or remotely, adhering to strict professional confidentiality protocols.
Counselling Supervision
Professional development for counsellors through monthly 90-minute sessions. Combines case reviews, ethical guidance, and skill development using integrative models. Supports adherence to BACP/UKCP standards while addressing burnout prevention and career progression. Available in-person or online, with a focus on reflective practice and continuous improvement for practitioners at all career stages.
People
Tracy Simpson
Lead Counsellor
Tracy Simpson is a BACP-registered and NCPS-accredited counsellor with 15+ years of experience in private practice. Specialising in anxiety, depression, and relationship therapy, she holds advanced qualifications in integrative counselling and supervision. Tracy combines CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches to deliver tailored therapeutic support for individuals, couples, and professionals.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches are used?
We employ an integrative approach combining Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and emotionally focused techniques tailored to individual client needs.
What issues can be addressed through counselling?
Our services help with anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, gambling addiction, and ADHD-related concerns using evidence-based interventions.
Are online sessions available?
Yes, secure video and phone sessions are offered across the UK using encrypted platforms like Zoom and Teams for flexible, accessible mental health support.
How can workplace counselling benefit employees?
Workplace therapy reduces absenteeism by addressing stress, conflict resolution, and emotional well-being, improving productivity through confidential, solution-focused interventions.
What qualifications does the counsellor hold?
Tracy Simpson holds a Graduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling, Diploma in Supervision, and multiple specialist certifications in trauma, addiction, and relationship therapy.
Is counselling confidential?
All sessions strictly adhere to BACP ethical guidelines ensuring complete confidentiality, except in cases of imminent risk to self or others as required by law.
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